Skype is a phone service that allows users to make computer to computer phone calls to anyone in the world absolutely free over the internet. If you have a web cam, you can also make video calls.
Equipment
You need a microphone to use Skype. If you have a laptop, the built in microphone will work fine. However, if you Skype frequently, you’ll probably enjoy having a high quality mic.
If you want to make video calls, you also need a web cam.
Getting Started
Go to http://skype.com and download and install the software.
After starting the program, you’ll see the log in screen. You’ll need to set up an account first. Click on the Don’t have a Skype Name link
Complete the requested information on the next screen.
After successfully registering, you want to check your Preferences. This assures you that inappropriate calls do not interrupt your student video conferences.
To search for Skype users, go to Menu > Search for Skype Users.
With the advanced search, you can search for other Skype users by their Skype name, email address, city, state, country, etc.
When you find the other Skype user you are looking for, click on the name and then click on the Add Contact button at the bottom. On the other end, your buddy will get a message asking them to approve you and add you to their Skype list. If they approve you, you’ll be able to call them.
Using Skype
Phone calls - Click on a user in your Skype list and press the call button. On the other end, your friend’s Skype program will ring just like a regular phone.
Video calls - If you and your friend both have web cams, you can add video capabilities to your Skype calls by clicking on the video button.
Instant Messaging - Click on a buddy in your Skype list and type a message in the chat window (shown below.)
Send Files – You can also send files using this same window. Click on Send File in the chat window.
Conference Calls – You can have up to 24 people plus yourself in a conference call. (audio only)
Skype
http://skype.comSkype is a phone service that allows users to make computer to computer phone calls to anyone in the world absolutely free over the internet. If you have a web cam, you can also make video calls.
Equipment
You need a microphone to use Skype. If you have a laptop, the built in microphone will work fine. However, if you Skype frequently, you’ll probably enjoy having a high quality mic.
If you want to make video calls, you also need a web cam.
Getting Started
Go to http://skype.com and download and install the software.
After starting the program, you’ll see the log in screen. You’ll need to set up an account first. Click on the Don’t have a Skype Name link
Complete the requested information on the next screen.
After successfully registering, you want to check your Preferences. This assures you that inappropriate calls do not interrupt your student video conferences.
To search for Skype users, go to Menu > Search for Skype Users.
With the advanced search, you can search for other Skype users by their Skype name, email address, city, state, country, etc.
When you find the other Skype user you are looking for, click on the name and then click on the Add Contact button at the bottom. On the other end, your buddy will get a message asking them to approve you and add you to their Skype list. If they approve you, you’ll be able to call them.
Using Skype
Phone calls - Click on a user in your Skype list and press the call button. On the other end, your friend’s Skype program will ring just like a regular phone.
Video calls - If you and your friend both have web cams, you can add video capabilities to your Skype calls by clicking on the video button.
Instant Messaging - Click on a buddy in your Skype list and type a message in the chat window (shown below.)
Send Files – You can also send files using this same window. Click on Send File in the chat window.
Conference Calls – You can have up to 24 people plus yourself in a conference call. (audio only)
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